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CGN 77S

1978 Honda 400/4

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,349 mi
Last recorded24,349 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda 400/426,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGN 77S
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 24,349 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 24,349 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 24,199 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 24,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,090 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 23,590 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 22,747 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 22,463 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slight perishing on front tyre

Fail 17 Oct 2008 22,463 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

slight perishing on front tyre

Pass 9 Aug 2007 23,225 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front tyre perrished

Fail 21 Jul 2007 23,225 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front tyre perished

Pass 28 Jul 2006 22,668 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 400/4?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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CGN 77S is a 1978 Honda 400/4 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda 400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 26,394 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda 400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CGN 77S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda 400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CGN 77S?

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What year was CGN 77S registered?

CGN 77S is a 1978 Honda 400/4, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is CGN 77S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGN 77S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CGN 77S have outstanding finance?

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